Special Event Symposium 2022

408 South Main Street,Janesville WI 53545

10 April, 2022

Description

Calling all event planners! Join the Janesville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau to learn the tips and tricks for a successful event. Calling all event planners! Join the Janesville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau for the first Special Event Symposium to learn the tips and tricks of pulling off a successful special event. The event will feature ten 20-minute talks on a variety of topics related to hosting a medium to large-scale public event, including permitting and licensing, marketing, volunteer recruitment, fundraising, insurance, merchandise sales, ticketing and strategic growth. Presenters are regional and local experts that have executed successful events or have a role in the planning process. Whether you are considering holding a first-time event or would like to take your existing event to the next level, you are sure to leave the Special Event Symposium with great information and local connections to make your event a success! This event is free to attend; registration requested. SCHEDULE: 1:00 – 1:20 PM  JACVB Overview, Housekeeping, Goals 1:20 – 1:40 PM  Topic 1: Safety & Security   OR   Topic 2: Marketing 1:40 – 2:00 PM  Topic 3: Sponsorship & Fundraising   OR   Topic 4: Ticketing 2:00 – 2:20 PM  Topic 5: Alcohol Licensing   OR   Topic 6: Merchandise & Day of Sales 2:20 – 2:40 PM  Comfort Break 2:40 – 3:00 PM  Topic 7: City Permits & Licensing   OR   Topic 8: Volunteer Recruitment 3:00 – 3:20 PM  Topic 9: Insurance   OR   Topic 10: Strategic Growth 3:30 – 4:30 PM Social Reception with Drinks & Snacks: Meet other event planners, make connections for potential partnerships